Definition Indications Endobronchial intubation to achieve one lung ventillation has absolute and relative indications. Absolute Lung isolation to prevent spillage of pus or blood from an infected or bleeding source is an absolute indication for OLV. Massive atelectasis, sepsis, and pneumonia can result from contralateral contamination, which may be life-threatening. Bronchopleural or bronchocutaneous fistulae are […]